SNAP and NMAT Score-Based Selection Processes Move into Advanced Stages

Selection processes for SNAP and NMAT score-accepting institutes are entering advanced stages this March 2026. Symbiosis (SIBM) and NMIMS have moved into the GE-PI and WAT phases for candidates who met their respective cutoffs. This update covers the competency tests, the female reservation policies at NMIMS, and the final merit list weightage. Learn about the offline PI rounds here.

The admission cycles for premier private management institutions, driven by SNAP and NMAT scores, have transitioned into their final qualitative stages. As of today, the Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) and the various Symbiosis International University (SIU) institutes have concluded their initial shortlisting and are now conducting deep-dive competency assessments.

NMIMS Advanced Selection Rounds

The NMIMS Mumbai admission process for 2026 includes a rigorous second stage conducted at the Mumbai campus. This phase consists of a computer-based Written Analytical Test (WAT), the WATSON test, and a personal interview with a panel of faculty members.

• The competency test carries a significant 50% weightage in the final selection for the 2026-27 session.
• NMIMS considers only the first NMAT attempt for its flagship MBA programs, unlike many other participating schools that allow best-of-three scores.
• NMIMS has maintained its policy of a 30% seat reservation for female candidates to enhance gender diversity within the management cohort.

SNAP and SIBM GE-PI Processes

Symbiosis institutes like SIBM Pune and SCMHRD are currently in the midst of their Group Exercise and Personal Interview (GE-PI) rounds. These sessions are designed to test collaborative problem-solving and interpersonal skills, which are core to the Symbiosis philosophy.

• Candidates who cleared the SNAP cutoffs in January are now being evaluated on their domain knowledge and alignment with institutional values.
• The final merit lists for SNAP-based admissions are expected to be released by the end of March.
• The following table summarizes the weightage for the NMIMS 2026 final merit list:

Conclusion

With the NMAT and SNAP selection processes moving into their final stages this March, the wait for the 2026 batch is nearly over. In conclusion, the advanced stages of these interviews will determine the final composition of some of India’s most prestigious private B-school classrooms.

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